Although most people experience heel pain following rest, which typically is first step in the morning, there are some that only note it by the end of the day. The pain occurs because they have been active, standing and walking all day. The Plantar Fascia (the band under the foot) may get irritated from overuse, just like any part of the body. Sometimes, the pain is just basically tired feet, which ease with elevation. Nevertheless, if after rest you attempt to stand up and walk and note a pain in the arch or heels then you may be developing Plantar Fasciitis. Treat it now; don’t wait till it is bad. Early treatment of this condition is preferable because typically custom functional orthotics and in some cases even over-the-counter inserts may quickly reverse the problem. Avoid walking barefooted for a while, stop wearing non-supportive flip-flops, and make sure the shoes you wear all day have some support built in. Order customer crocs through Eastern Shore Foot Center or call and schedule an appointment; Dr. Braun will get you in a pair of custom orthotics. 251-626-5065 Visit Our Store
Monday, January 30, 2012
Heel pain only at night, is this still Plantar Fasciitis?
Heel pain only at night, is this still Plantar Fasciitis?
Although most people experience heel pain following rest, which typically is first step in the morning, there are some that only note it by the end of the day. The pain occurs because they have been active, standing and walking all day. The Plantar Fascia (the band under the foot) may get irritated from overuse, just like any part of the body. Sometimes, the pain is just basically tired feet, which ease with elevation. Nevertheless, if after rest you attempt to stand up and walk and note a pain in the arch or heels then you may be developing Plantar Fasciitis. Treat it now; don’t wait till it is bad. Early treatment of this condition is preferable because typically custom functional orthotics and in some cases even over-the-counter inserts may quickly reverse the problem. Avoid walking barefooted for a while, stop wearing non-supportive flip-flops, and make sure the shoes you wear all day have some support built in. Order customer crocs through Eastern Shore Foot Center or call and schedule an appointment; Dr. Braun will get you in a pair of custom orthotics. 251-626-5065 Visit Our Store
Although most people experience heel pain following rest, which typically is first step in the morning, there are some that only note it by the end of the day. The pain occurs because they have been active, standing and walking all day. The Plantar Fascia (the band under the foot) may get irritated from overuse, just like any part of the body. Sometimes, the pain is just basically tired feet, which ease with elevation. Nevertheless, if after rest you attempt to stand up and walk and note a pain in the arch or heels then you may be developing Plantar Fasciitis. Treat it now; don’t wait till it is bad. Early treatment of this condition is preferable because typically custom functional orthotics and in some cases even over-the-counter inserts may quickly reverse the problem. Avoid walking barefooted for a while, stop wearing non-supportive flip-flops, and make sure the shoes you wear all day have some support built in. Order customer crocs through Eastern Shore Foot Center or call and schedule an appointment; Dr. Braun will get you in a pair of custom orthotics. 251-626-5065 Visit Our Store
Monday, January 23, 2012
Do you experience Sharp pain in your heels when you first get up?
Sharp pain in heels when you first get up?
One of the most common foot problems is Plantar Fasciitis. Plantar Fasciitis often presents with a stabbing pain under the heel with the first step after rest. Picture a rubber band stretching from your heel to the toes and flexing with each step, if this band thickens at the attachment to the heel, it will no longer be capable of flexing. After sleeping, when your foot has been in a relaxed position, you step down and rather than the band flexing it tears and pulls. The pain eases after you get going because the band stretches out. Over time the pain will take longer to ease and become more intense. At this stage the first thing you should do is avoid walking barefooted or in very flat shoes. Pick up some Croc’s RX, Fit Flops, or Sandalistas with built in support to be worn as slippers.
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Need more information about Plantar Fasciitis? Contact Eastern Shore Foot Center for your appointment 251-626-5065.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Need Medical Products?
Need medical products? Visit our Eastern Shore Foot Center Store www.ourdoctorstore.com/braun for all your medical supply needs. Dr. Braun can help you select the right products to benefit your foot health. Call today to schedule an appointment. 251-626-5065
Sunday, January 15, 2012
LizFranc Fracture
LisFranc Fracture has benched Houston Texans QB Matt Schaub. This type of fracture occurs in the midfoot region, it is complicated by the number of ligaments and joints involved. The midfoot is critical in stabilizing the arch in gait and often a fracture, dislocation or ligament tear in this region is not only difficult to diagnose but treatment can vary from rest to surgery. Typically it takes 6 to 8 weeks for most fractures to heal, soft tissue injuries may require months of rehab. It is difficult to determine how long Matt Schaub will be out of commission, but most likely we are looking at 4-6 months.
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